Memory Care Medication Specialist

Wiley Creek Senior Living; Sweet Home, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiley Creek Senior Living in Sweet Home, Oregon is seeking a dedicated Medication Coordinator to manage medication administration, monitor residents’ health, and document care for Memory Care residents. This role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration with the care team.

The MC will coordinate schedules, maintain medication lists and logs, and ensure proper storage and inventory, while upholding residents’ dignity and privacy in a compassionate care environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in caregiving or healthcare settings, preferably as a medication aide or medication technician.
• Training or experience in a healthcare setting, with a focus on memory care or dementia.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate medication administration schedules for residents according to prescribed dosages and timing.
• Ensure accurate documentation of medication distribution, including maintaining updated records of residents’ medication lists and administration logs.
• Monitor medication storage and inventory levels, coordinating refills and supplies as needed.
• Ensure safety protocols are in place to ensure residents’ safety.
• Monitor residents’ health and any changes in behavior or cognitive ability, possible side effects of medication and communicate to appropriate leadership.
• Respect and uphold residents’ dignity, privacy, and independence.
• Collaborate with other members of the care team to provide comprehensive care and support to residents.

Skills

Medication management

Communication (English)

Documentation

Care coordination

Education

High school diploma

Memory care training

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

Wiley Creek Senior Living in Sweet Home, Oregon is seeking a dedicated Medication Coordinator to manage medication administration, monitor residents’ health, and document care for Memory Care residents. This role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration with the care team.

The MC will coordinate schedules, maintain medication lists and logs, and ensure proper storage and inventory, while upholding residents’ dignity and privacy in a compassionate care environment.